HOSPICE: CMS Issues New Face-to-Face Requirement for

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Article Overview

This piece covers a CMS clarification about a hospice-related requirement that is appearing in a home health agency rulemaking context, along with related Medicare policy changes from the health care reform law. It is intended for hospice, home health, and Medicare billing/coding professionals who need to understand the scope, timing, and administrative implications of the update.

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps providers and billing staff track a Medicare policy change that affects hospice eligibility certification and oversight. It is relevant for organizations monitoring federal rulemaking and implementation timelines.

What You Will Learn

  • How a hospice-related CMS requirement is being positioned within broader home health rulemaking
  • What types of providers are involved in the updated certification process
  • Which hospice oversight areas are affected by the health care reform legislation
  • How the timing of the policy change relates to Medicare implementation

Who Should Read This

  • Hospice providers
  • Home health agencies
  • Medicare billing professionals
  • Coding and compliance staff
  • Practice administrators

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